The Catholic School Playbook
The Catholic School Playbook by Michael Ortner, published by Word on Fire on January 21, 2025, is a comprehensive examination of the current landscape of Catholic education in the United States. With 188 pages, this book addresses the significant decline in Catholic school enrollment over the past six decades while highlighting the success stories of schools that continue to thrive. Ortner and co-author Kimberly Begg explore the factors that contribute to the success of these institutions, emphasizing their commitment to Catholic heritage and community building.
Readers will find a practical guide that outlines the strategies employed by successful Catholic schools, focusing on aspects such as mission, hiring practices, and financial management. The book is structured into seven concise chapters, each designed to provide insights into what differentiates thriving schools from those facing challenges. By delving into the principles of effective Catholic education, The Catholic School Playbook serves as a resource for educators, administrators, and parents interested in fostering a robust educational environment rooted in religious values.
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More than a hundred Catholic schools have closed annually for the last six decades across the United States. Enrollment is now around a quarter of what it was at its peak in 1965. Based on the data, one may conclude that the end of Catholic schools is near.
Yet hundreds of Catholic schools are thriving with increasing enrollment, delighted parents, and students who are well formed and full of wonder. Many have waitlists of students eager to attend. What is their secret? What sets great Catholic schools apart from mediocre ones?
The Catholic School Playbook by Michael Ortner and Kimberly Begg documents how these successful schools are bucking the trend by focusing on their rich Catholic heritage and cultivating strong communities of students, families, and educators. In seven concise and easy-to-read chapters exploring how these schools approach their mission, hiring, teachers, finances, and more, this book offers a practical gameplan for renewing Catholic education in America.
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